aka. Salem, Oregon. My name is Deirdre, and this is my first official try at real gardening... wish me luck.

You're in a great climate for growing a large variety of plant types, DM! I grew up north of Seattle, and now live in North Texas. I've had to adjust how I do a lot of things, from living in Ecotopia to living in the Blackland Prairie of North Texas.

What do you plan to do as a gardener? Are you landscaping a yard, or putting in flowers or maybe a vegetable and fruit garden?

Welcome Deirdre!

Best wishes on your new gardening! I'm finally figuring it out after several years!